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Make-A-Wish grants the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength, and joy. Wish granter volunteers go in and interview the wish ...

Make-A-Wish grants the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength, and joy. Wish granter volunteers go in and interview the wish ...

Wish granters are paired up in twos and meet with the wish child to help determine the wish, complete paperwork with the family, and act as liaisons between Make-A-Wish staff and the wish family ...

Wish granters are paired up in twos and meet with the wish child to help determine the wish, complete paperwork with the family and act as a liaison between Make-A-Wish staff and the wish family ...

Wish granters are paired up in twos and meet with the wish child to help determine the wish, complete paperwork with the family and act as a liaison between Make-A-Wish staff and the wish family ...

Wish granters are paired up in twos and meet with the wish child to help determine the wish, complete paperwork with the family, and act as liaisons between Make-A-Wish staff and the wish family ...

Wish granters are paired up in twos and meet with the wish child to help determine the wish, complete paperwork with the family and act as a liaison between Make-A-Wish staff and the wish family ...

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What is the difference between Make A Wish Foundation vs Child Life Specialist?

AspectMake A Wish FoundationChild Life Specialist
Primary FocusGranting wishes to children with critical illnessesProviding emotional support and developmental play for hospitalized children
Work EnvironmentNonprofit events, community outreach, hospital visitsHospitals, clinics, healthcare settings
Required CredentialsVolunteer training, background in social work or healthcare helpfulBachelor’s degree in child life, healthcare, or related field; certification often required

While both roles focus on supporting children, Make A Wish Foundation primarily grants wishes through nonprofit initiatives, whereas Child Life Specialists work directly within healthcare settings to provide emotional and developmental support to hospitalized children.

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Infographic showing various Make A Wish Foundation job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 28% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution.

Wish Celebration Volunteer - Make-A-Wish Missouri & Kansas

Make-A-Wish Missouri and Kansas

Odessa, MO • On-site

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.


Job description

Make-A-Wish Missouri & Kansas is looking for individuals in the community who love kids, are creative, thoughtful, and have a heart for our mission of granting life-changing wishes. If you fit this mold, then you are the perfect person to make wishes come true through our Wish Celebration volunteer opportunity!

A Wish Celebration Volunteer is a Make-A-Wish volunteer who works with wish children to celebrate and reveal their wish to them! Wish Celebration volunteers work in teams of two; use resources wisely by seeking donated goods and services; and make each wish celebration a unique, magical and memorable experience for the child. Our Wish Celebration volunteers understand these wishes-come-true are powerful, life-changing events that strengthen families and bring communities together.

  • Volunteers that reside in the state of Missouri or Kansas is required**
  • Volunteer must be 18+**